Impulsive and Strained

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Impulsive adjective - Caused by or suggestive of an irresistible urge.

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Strained is an antonym for impulsive.

Nearby Words: impulse, impulsively, impulsion, impulsing, impulsed

Strained adjective - Lacking in natural or spontaneous quality.

Usage example: I took the complaint manager's strained smile to mean I wasn't a welcome sight

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Impulsive is an antonym for strained.

Nearby Words: strain, straining, strainer

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